Instructional Assistant

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 20 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 6,800 alumni to and through college and beyond.

What We Believe

KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters.

What We Do

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

You Should Apply If

You enjoy building lasting relationships with students, creating strong and positive behavioral support plans, and growing as an educator and a teammate. Instructional Assistants play an invaluable role in our schools as they help students in small and whole groups settings. So many our of our amazing teachers started in this position. We know how to develop you. Apply today!   Please note: This opening is for '24-'25 school year. New hires typically start 10-12 days after they sign their offer letter.

What You'll Do

• Under the supervision of a classroom teacher, assist with planning and executing small group instruction in a kindergarten class to reinforce lesson objectives, prepare homework assignments, correct student assignments and track student data
• Implement classroom systems and routines in order to manage behavior and maximize student learning
• Actively participate in professional development sessions and working with lead teacher, principal, instructional coaches, etc.
• Develop instructional skills to hopefully become a lead teacher in the future
• Other duties as assigned by school administration

You'll Be Qualified If You Have

• Associate’s Degree or completion of two years of schooling towards a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Passing score on the California Basic Skills Test (CBEST) preferred, or desire to take CBEST
• Relentless determination to do whatever it takes to help our students succeed
• Passion and deep alignment with KIPP SoCal’s mission, values, and culture
• Goal-driven, accountable, and reliable; Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following

• Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation
• Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego
• Support and care from fellow regional team members
• Ongoing professional development and coaching from manager

Working with Us Means the Following Perks

• Full-time position starting at $21/hour (non-negotiable)
• Very competitive compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of cost
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal